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Jury finally seated in Daniel Penny NYC chokehold case, including straphangers who've witnessed outbursts on subway

The jury in Daniel Penny's trial has mostly experienced erratic behavior on the subway, which may impact their judgment.
The trial has sparked significant racial tension regarding jury selection, with accusations of racially motivated strikes by the defense.
from New York Post
2 weeks ago

Six jurors picked for Daniel Penny trial - including two who've been harassed on subway

The jury selected for Daniel Penny's trial has personal experiences of harassment on the subway, reflecting the broader safety concerns in public transportation.
from New York Post
2 weeks ago

Manhattan DA admits it won't be 'easy' to convict Daniel Penny of fatal NYC subway chokehold

The case against Daniel Penny will be challenging for prosecutors, as intent to kill is a critical element in the charges.

Jury finally seated in Daniel Penny NYC chokehold case, including straphangers who've witnessed outbursts on subway

The jury in Daniel Penny's trial has mostly experienced erratic behavior on the subway, which may impact their judgment.
The trial has sparked significant racial tension regarding jury selection, with accusations of racially motivated strikes by the defense.

Six jurors picked for Daniel Penny trial - including two who've been harassed on subway

The jury selected for Daniel Penny's trial has personal experiences of harassment on the subway, reflecting the broader safety concerns in public transportation.

Manhattan DA admits it won't be 'easy' to convict Daniel Penny of fatal NYC subway chokehold

The case against Daniel Penny will be challenging for prosecutors, as intent to kill is a critical element in the charges.
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from www.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Digital life

George Santos May Be Gone From Congress, but His Trial Still Looms

George Santos faces challenges in ensuring a fair trial due to extensive social media presence and media scrutiny surrounding his case.

Jury Selection Continues in Robert Menendez Corruption Trial

Jury selection in the corruption trial of Senator Menendez continues into a second day without seating any jurors.

Jury selection continues in Karen Read's murder trial, but opening statements are on the horizon

Jury selection for Karen Read murder trial extends due to possible juror availability issues.

Jury selection could be nearing a close in Donald Trump's hush money trial in New York

The hush money case involving Donald Trump is moving forward with jury selection and potential opening statements as early as Monday.

Tumultuous Trump trial day ends with 12 jurors, 1 alternate selected

The intense scrutiny and potential public exposure faced by jurors in the hush money trial of former President Donald Trump.

Twelve jurors have been picked for Donald Trump's hush money trial

The hush money trial involving former President Trump progresses with jury selection and replaced jurors, focusing on charges related to Stormy Daniels payment.

George Santos May Be Gone From Congress, but His Trial Still Looms

George Santos faces challenges in ensuring a fair trial due to extensive social media presence and media scrutiny surrounding his case.

Jury Selection Continues in Robert Menendez Corruption Trial

Jury selection in the corruption trial of Senator Menendez continues into a second day without seating any jurors.

Jury selection continues in Karen Read's murder trial, but opening statements are on the horizon

Jury selection for Karen Read murder trial extends due to possible juror availability issues.

Jury selection could be nearing a close in Donald Trump's hush money trial in New York

The hush money case involving Donald Trump is moving forward with jury selection and potential opening statements as early as Monday.

Tumultuous Trump trial day ends with 12 jurors, 1 alternate selected

The intense scrutiny and potential public exposure faced by jurors in the hush money trial of former President Donald Trump.

Twelve jurors have been picked for Donald Trump's hush money trial

The hush money trial involving former President Trump progresses with jury selection and replaced jurors, focusing on charges related to Stormy Daniels payment.
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7 Excuses People Gave to Avoid Jury Duty in Senator Menendez's Bribery Trial

Jury selection for Senator Menendez's bribery case faced potential juror hardships, including child care and work conflicts, highlighting common challenges.

No Jurors Seated on First Day of Menendez Corruption Trial

Jury selection began for Senator Menendez's federal corruption trial in New York, expecting a lengthy trial lasting until the Fourth of July.

7 Excuses People Gave to Avoid Jury Duty in Senator Menendez's Bribery Trial

Jury selection for Senator Menendez's bribery case faced potential juror hardships, including child care and work conflicts, highlighting common challenges.

No Jurors Seated on First Day of Menendez Corruption Trial

Jury selection began for Senator Menendez's federal corruption trial in New York, expecting a lengthy trial lasting until the Fourth of July.
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from www.nytimes.com
6 months ago
US news

Exclusion of Jewish Jurors Prompts Review of California Death Row Cases

Prejudice notes made during jury selection in a murder trial may lead to convictions being tossed out, impacting California's death row cases.

Fairness, a Trump obsession, Is Central to Jury Selection for His Criminal Trial

Donald J. Trump often views the world in terms of fairness, believing he is treated unfairly by news outlets, political rivals, and prosecutors.

Manhattan court must find a dozen jurors to hear first-ever criminal case against a former president

Picking a jury for a case involving a well-known figure like former President Trump presents unique challenges.

How lawyers with high-profile clients approach jury selection

The selection process for a high-profile jury trial involves vetting potential jurors based on biases and affiliations.

Exclusion of Jewish Jurors Prompts Review of California Death Row Cases

Prejudice notes made during jury selection in a murder trial may lead to convictions being tossed out, impacting California's death row cases.

Fairness, a Trump obsession, Is Central to Jury Selection for His Criminal Trial

Donald J. Trump often views the world in terms of fairness, believing he is treated unfairly by news outlets, political rivals, and prosecutors.

Manhattan court must find a dozen jurors to hear first-ever criminal case against a former president

Picking a jury for a case involving a well-known figure like former President Trump presents unique challenges.

How lawyers with high-profile clients approach jury selection

The selection process for a high-profile jury trial involves vetting potential jurors based on biases and affiliations.
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Alameda County prosecutors allegedly excluded Black and Jewish people from death penalty juries

A federal judge orders review of death penalty cases due to evidence of racial discrimination in jury selection.

L.A. prosecutors to retry Danny Masterson on sexual assault charges

Actor Danny Masterson will face a second trial on sexual assault charges later this year, prosecutors said Tuesday.The 47-year-old actor, best known for his role on the "That 70s Show" sitcom, was accused of raping and assaulting three fellow members of the Church of Scientology at his Hollywood Hills home between 2001 and 2003.

Victims of Waukesha Christmas parade crash speak at sentencing

Dozens of people who were hurt or saw their loved ones killed or injured when a man drove his SUV through a Christmas parade in suburban Milwaukee began addressing him for the first time Tuesday, as a two-day sentencing hearing began with raw, tearful statements about how their lives have changed.Darrell Brooks Jr. drove his red Ford Escape through the parade in downtown Waukesha on Nov. 21, 2021.

Alameda County prosecutors allegedly excluded Black and Jewish people from death penalty juries

A federal judge orders review of death penalty cases due to evidence of racial discrimination in jury selection.

L.A. prosecutors to retry Danny Masterson on sexual assault charges

Actor Danny Masterson will face a second trial on sexual assault charges later this year, prosecutors said Tuesday.The 47-year-old actor, best known for his role on the "That 70s Show" sitcom, was accused of raping and assaulting three fellow members of the Church of Scientology at his Hollywood Hills home between 2001 and 2003.

Victims of Waukesha Christmas parade crash speak at sentencing

Dozens of people who were hurt or saw their loved ones killed or injured when a man drove his SUV through a Christmas parade in suburban Milwaukee began addressing him for the first time Tuesday, as a two-day sentencing hearing began with raw, tearful statements about how their lives have changed.Darrell Brooks Jr. drove his red Ford Escape through the parade in downtown Waukesha on Nov. 21, 2021.
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#donald-trump

As Opening Statements Happen on Monday, Trump Mocks Speediness of New York Trial

Opening statements for Donald Trump's New York criminal trial start, focusing on concealing 'hush money' payments which could be deemed illegal.

What We Know About Why Two Trump Jurors Were Dismissed

Selecting a jury for Donald Trump's trial is challenging due to his polarizing nature, with two jurors excused for identity concerns and credibility issues.

Juror Dismissed in Trump Hush Money Trial as Prosecutors Ask for Trump to Face Contempt

Prosecutors seek contempt for Trump in hush money trial due to social media posts violating gag order.

Trump's 'hush money' NYC trial live updates: Ex-prez returning to court today; 7 jurors picked so far

Donald Trump is undergoing jury selection for a criminal trial over hush money payments, a first for a former US president.

Finding Jurors for an Unprecedented Trial

The criminal trial of an ex-president marks unique territory for the court system.

Fairness, a Trump Obsession, Is Central to Jury Selection in His Trial

Donald Trump views the world through a lens of fairness for himself and his supporters.

As Opening Statements Happen on Monday, Trump Mocks Speediness of New York Trial

Opening statements for Donald Trump's New York criminal trial start, focusing on concealing 'hush money' payments which could be deemed illegal.

What We Know About Why Two Trump Jurors Were Dismissed

Selecting a jury for Donald Trump's trial is challenging due to his polarizing nature, with two jurors excused for identity concerns and credibility issues.

Juror Dismissed in Trump Hush Money Trial as Prosecutors Ask for Trump to Face Contempt

Prosecutors seek contempt for Trump in hush money trial due to social media posts violating gag order.

Trump's 'hush money' NYC trial live updates: Ex-prez returning to court today; 7 jurors picked so far

Donald Trump is undergoing jury selection for a criminal trial over hush money payments, a first for a former US president.

Finding Jurors for an Unprecedented Trial

The criminal trial of an ex-president marks unique territory for the court system.

Fairness, a Trump Obsession, Is Central to Jury Selection in His Trial

Donald Trump views the world through a lens of fairness for himself and his supporters.
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#impartiality

Trump trial juror excused after fearing identity would be revealed publicly

The challenge of seating impartial jurors in high-profile cases is illustrated in the former President Trump's trial.

Here's a Recap of Day 1 of Trump's Criminal Trial

The criminal trial of Donald J. Trump began, involving evidence of coordination with The National Enquirer for publicity and exclusion of sexual assault allegations from the trial.

Trump trial juror excused after fearing identity would be revealed publicly

The challenge of seating impartial jurors in high-profile cases is illustrated in the former President Trump's trial.

Here's a Recap of Day 1 of Trump's Criminal Trial

The criminal trial of Donald J. Trump began, involving evidence of coordination with The National Enquirer for publicity and exclusion of sexual assault allegations from the trial.
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Oh Great, We've Moved Onto The Accusations Of Jury Tampering Stage Of The Trump Hush Money Trial

Encouraging jury nullification as a political statement is contentious and may lead to accusations of tampering.
#trial-proceedings

CNN's Elie Honig Warns Trump Legal Team That Jury Foreperson Watching Fox News Might Not Be As Helpful As They Hope

Jury selection is a nuanced process involving reading and understanding jurors, with media habits potentially influencing trial outcomes.

Day 2 of Trump's Criminal Trial: Five Takeaways

The process of jury selection in Donald J. Trump's criminal trial poses challenges due to potential biases and political demographics.

Prospective Jurors Are Dismissed in Dozens as Trump's Trial Begins

Picking an impartial jury in the criminal case of People of the State of New York vs. Donald J. Trump proves challenging due to public sentiment against the former president.

CNN's Elie Honig Warns Trump Legal Team That Jury Foreperson Watching Fox News Might Not Be As Helpful As They Hope

Jury selection is a nuanced process involving reading and understanding jurors, with media habits potentially influencing trial outcomes.

Day 2 of Trump's Criminal Trial: Five Takeaways

The process of jury selection in Donald J. Trump's criminal trial poses challenges due to potential biases and political demographics.

Prospective Jurors Are Dismissed in Dozens as Trump's Trial Begins

Picking an impartial jury in the criminal case of People of the State of New York vs. Donald J. Trump proves challenging due to public sentiment against the former president.
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#murder-trial

Karen Read's trial gets underway with jury selection. Here's what happened.

Only four jurors were seated following marathon court session, indicating challenges in assembling impartial jury for high-profile murder trial.

Here's who could be called as a witness in the Karen Read murder trial

The prosecution and defense submitted lengthy lists of potential witnesses before jury selection.

What to know as Chad Daybell jury selection begins in 'zombie' murder trial in Idaho

Jury selection underway in Chad Daybell trial for murder charges.
Chad Daybell faces murder, conspiracy, and fraud charges with outlandish claims of possession and zombies.

Karen Read's trial gets underway with jury selection. Here's what happened.

Only four jurors were seated following marathon court session, indicating challenges in assembling impartial jury for high-profile murder trial.

Here's who could be called as a witness in the Karen Read murder trial

The prosecution and defense submitted lengthy lists of potential witnesses before jury selection.

What to know as Chad Daybell jury selection begins in 'zombie' murder trial in Idaho

Jury selection underway in Chad Daybell trial for murder charges.
Chad Daybell faces murder, conspiracy, and fraud charges with outlandish claims of possession and zombies.
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#donald-j-trump

Inside the Manhattan Courtroom at the Center of American Politics

Intense public interest in former President Trump's trial impacts jury selection process.

In Trump's Criminal Trial, These Are the Jurors Each Side Wants

Jury selection for the first criminal trial of a former American president involves intense scrutiny of potential jurors.
The process of seating the jury could be as crucial as the evidence presented in court.

Inside the Manhattan Courtroom at the Center of American Politics

Intense public interest in former President Trump's trial impacts jury selection process.

In Trump's Criminal Trial, These Are the Jurors Each Side Wants

Jury selection for the first criminal trial of a former American president involves intense scrutiny of potential jurors.
The process of seating the jury could be as crucial as the evidence presented in court.
moredonald-j-trump
#courtroom-dynamics

Trump is on trial in that NYC courtroom - and so is Judge Juan Merchan

Judge Merchan's patience and firmness will be tested against Trump's courtroom control tactics.

How on Earth Do You Pick a Jury for a Trump Trial?

Jury selection is crucial in determining the outcome of a trial, with the composition of the jury potentially deciding the case.
The process of jury selection involves lawyers strategically aiming to eliminate biased jurors and populate the jury with sympathetic individuals.

Trump is on trial in that NYC courtroom - and so is Judge Juan Merchan

Judge Merchan's patience and firmness will be tested against Trump's courtroom control tactics.

How on Earth Do You Pick a Jury for a Trump Trial?

Jury selection is crucial in determining the outcome of a trial, with the composition of the jury potentially deciding the case.
The process of jury selection involves lawyers strategically aiming to eliminate biased jurors and populate the jury with sympathetic individuals.
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How celebrity lawyers would approach Trump's jury selection

Jury selection strategies for high-profile cases like the trial of a former U.S. president may involve examining prospective jurors' social media and avoiding those with strong, unchangeable views.
It may be challenging to find jurors without preconceived notions about the accused, especially in a high-profile case involving a well-known public figure.
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Dominion wants Tucker Carlson, Sean Hannity and other Fox hosts and executives to take the stand at trial

Dominion Voting Systems said in a court filing Monday that it wants to put some of Fox News' top executives and most well-known hosts on the witness stand when its $1.6 billion defamation case against the right-wing network goes to trial.Among the network personnel that the voting technology company wants to call as witnesses are Fox News chief executive Suzanne Scott; Fox News President Jay Wallace; hosts Sean Hannity, Tucker Carlson, Maria Bartiromo, Laura Ingraham, and Bret Baier; and former executive Bill Sammon and politics editor Chris Stirewalt.

Juror in Oath Keepers trial reveals secrets from the deliberation room

"His defense attorney tried to get him to fall apart by yelling at him and not letting him wear his headset," Ellen recalled."He was torturing his client to get us to feel sympathy."What was worse, the juror recalled, was that the judge ultimately instructed the jury not to consider Isaacs' autism as a defense against his potential crimes, which meant the entire spectacle had been "a waste of time."

Travis County jury convicts man of murder in 2021 northeast Austin shooting

AUSTIN, Texas Editor's note: The above video was published in September 2021.A Travis County jury convicted a man in connection with the death of a 20-year-old woman a year and a half ago in northeast Austin.The Travis County District Attorney's Office said Thursday that the jury convicted Frank Lee Nobles, 31, of murder on March 9.

'ComEd Four' bribery trial delayed by a week

The highly anticipated bribery conspiracy trial of the so-called ComEd Four on charges involving an alleged scheme to influence then-House Speaker Michael Madigan has been delayed by a week for undisclosed reasons.Jury selection had been set to begin March 6 at the Dirksen U.S. Courthouse, with opening statements to immediately follow.

'Baywatch's' Alexandra Paul on trial; video shows 'open rescue' of Foster Farms chickens

Former "Baywatch" star Alexandra Paul and another woman went on trial this week in Merced County after taking two chickens from a Foster Farms truck outside a California plant.The incident, which occurred in September, was captured on video by animal activist organization Direct Action Everywhere.

Good Afternoon, News: Fort Stevens Sperm Whale to Decompose, Newberg's Political Symbols Policy Is "Gone," and George Santos Was Seated on TWO House Committees

The Mercury provides news and fun every single day-but your help is essential.If you believe Portland benefits from smart, local journalism and arts coverage, please consider making a small monthly contribution, because without you, there is no us.Thanks for your support!Good Afternoon, Portland!Did you watch that scary new TV show where fungi are the new COVID?

Dominion wants Tucker Carlson, Sean Hannity and other Fox hosts and executives to take the stand at trial

Dominion Voting Systems said in a court filing Monday that it wants to put some of Fox News' top executives and most well-known hosts on the witness stand when its $1.6 billion defamation case against the right-wing network goes to trial.Among the network personnel that the voting technology company wants to call as witnesses are Fox News chief executive Suzanne Scott; Fox News President Jay Wallace; hosts Sean Hannity, Tucker Carlson, Maria Bartiromo, Laura Ingraham, and Bret Baier; and former executive Bill Sammon and politics editor Chris Stirewalt.

Juror in Oath Keepers trial reveals secrets from the deliberation room

"His defense attorney tried to get him to fall apart by yelling at him and not letting him wear his headset," Ellen recalled."He was torturing his client to get us to feel sympathy."What was worse, the juror recalled, was that the judge ultimately instructed the jury not to consider Isaacs' autism as a defense against his potential crimes, which meant the entire spectacle had been "a waste of time."

Travis County jury convicts man of murder in 2021 northeast Austin shooting

AUSTIN, Texas Editor's note: The above video was published in September 2021.A Travis County jury convicted a man in connection with the death of a 20-year-old woman a year and a half ago in northeast Austin.The Travis County District Attorney's Office said Thursday that the jury convicted Frank Lee Nobles, 31, of murder on March 9.

'ComEd Four' bribery trial delayed by a week

The highly anticipated bribery conspiracy trial of the so-called ComEd Four on charges involving an alleged scheme to influence then-House Speaker Michael Madigan has been delayed by a week for undisclosed reasons.Jury selection had been set to begin March 6 at the Dirksen U.S. Courthouse, with opening statements to immediately follow.

'Baywatch's' Alexandra Paul on trial; video shows 'open rescue' of Foster Farms chickens

Former "Baywatch" star Alexandra Paul and another woman went on trial this week in Merced County after taking two chickens from a Foster Farms truck outside a California plant.The incident, which occurred in September, was captured on video by animal activist organization Direct Action Everywhere.

Good Afternoon, News: Fort Stevens Sperm Whale to Decompose, Newberg's Political Symbols Policy Is "Gone," and George Santos Was Seated on TWO House Committees

The Mercury provides news and fun every single day-but your help is essential.If you believe Portland benefits from smart, local journalism and arts coverage, please consider making a small monthly contribution, because without you, there is no us.Thanks for your support!Good Afternoon, Portland!Did you watch that scary new TV show where fungi are the new COVID?
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Middle East There are mass protests in Israel after the defense minister is sacked, Mississippi cleans up after a deadly tornado and jury selection is to begin Monday in the trial of a Grammy-winning musician.Copyright 2023 NPR.All rights reserved.Visit our website terms of use and permissions pages at www.npr.org for further information.

Florida teen pleads guilty in 2021 stabbing of 13-year-old Tristyn Bailey

Aiden Fucci, the Florida teenager who stabbed 13-year-old Tristyn Bailey more than 100 times in 2021 has pleaded guilty to first degree murder, according to the 7th Judicial Circuit court clerk.Fucci entered his guilty plea Monday at a hearing intended to get jury selection for his trial underway, CNN affiliate WJXT said.
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Musk's securities fraud trial begins over Tesla 'Funding secured' tweet

Tesla CEO Elon Musk at the Satellite 2020 Conference in Washington.(Andrew Harrer/Bloomberg)SAN FRANCISCO - Elon Musk's federal shareholdertrial began Tuesday, as he and Tesla defend against claims of securities fraud from investors over Musk's 2018 declaration he had "Funding secured" to take the electric vehicle company private.

Tesla investors say Elon Musk's tweets cost them billions. His trial starts today | CBC News

While still grappling with the fallout from a company he did take private, beleaguered billionaire Elon Musk is now facing a trial over a company he didn't.Long before Musk purchased Twitter for $44 billion US in October, he had set his sights on Tesla, the electric automaker where he continues to serve as CEO and from which he derives most of his wealth and fame.

Elon Musk claims he skipped boring' Davos - but he wasn't actually invited

The World Economic Forum says billionaire Elon Musk wasn't on the guest list for the annual meeting of business executives, global leaders and cultural trend-setters in Davos, Switzerland despite what the Twitter owner claims.Notables from European Union chief Ursula von der Leyen to actor Idris Elba are gathering in the ritzy Alpine town this week to talk about global issues ranging from war to climate change and technology's effects on security.

Musk's securities fraud trial begins over Tesla 'Funding secured' tweet

Tesla CEO Elon Musk at the Satellite 2020 Conference in Washington.(Andrew Harrer/Bloomberg)SAN FRANCISCO - Elon Musk's federal shareholdertrial began Tuesday, as he and Tesla defend against claims of securities fraud from investors over Musk's 2018 declaration he had "Funding secured" to take the electric vehicle company private.

Tesla investors say Elon Musk's tweets cost them billions. His trial starts today | CBC News

While still grappling with the fallout from a company he did take private, beleaguered billionaire Elon Musk is now facing a trial over a company he didn't.Long before Musk purchased Twitter for $44 billion US in October, he had set his sights on Tesla, the electric automaker where he continues to serve as CEO and from which he derives most of his wealth and fame.

Elon Musk claims he skipped boring' Davos - but he wasn't actually invited

The World Economic Forum says billionaire Elon Musk wasn't on the guest list for the annual meeting of business executives, global leaders and cultural trend-setters in Davos, Switzerland despite what the Twitter owner claims.Notables from European Union chief Ursula von der Leyen to actor Idris Elba are gathering in the ritzy Alpine town this week to talk about global issues ranging from war to climate change and technology's effects on security.
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Rapper Young Thug's RICO trial begins

Rapper Young Thug is accused of helping found a violent street gang.Michael Tullberg/Getty Images Jeffery Lamar Williams, professionally known as Young Thug, is set to go to trial on Monday.The 31-year-old Atlanta rapper, along with fellow rapper Sergio Kitchens, known professionally as Gunna, and dozens of others, stand accused of helping found a violent street gang, known as Young Slime Life, or YSL.
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